Retro Fighters BattlerGC Pro Series GameCube Controller Compatible with Switch/PC/GameCube - Purple

This is by far the best GameCube style controller available for both GameCube and Switch! As someone who owns the original BattlerGC, I can say this one is a big improvement. The face buttons feel significantly better on the Pro Series version, with a more solid, satisfying button press compared to the hollow feel of the original. It feels much closer to an OEM GameCube controller in terms of quality and responsiveness. Additionally, the Pro Series has more substantial weight, whereas the original Battler felt lighter and less refined. The standout feature is the digital triggers, these triggers work similar to the original GameCube controller, with a satisfying click that activates a function. The D-pad features micro switches for a crisp, responsive feel. One downside is that initially, the trigger buttons didn’t work on PC. However, after reaching out to Retro Fighters, I discovered they’ve released a firmware update on their website that now supports trigger mapping on PC. The update was straightforward, and now the triggers work seamlessly. I wonder how they missed that, but great that there is firmware for it now. The controller has Bluetooth, Wired, and 2.4 GHz wireless modes, making it adaptable for different gaming setups. While the price is slightly higher than I’d like to pay, it’s definitely worth it for the improved quality over the original BattlerGC. Overall, I highly recommend this controller, it's probably the best quality controller they have released to date!

I have tried a number of 3rd party Gamecube controllers, both wired and wireless and they all have one thing in common. They are horrible! But the Retro Fighters BattlerGC Pro is awesome so far. I have played Super Mario Sunshine, Super Smash Bros Brawl, and Mario Golf and this controller tested very well. I recently watched a video about how this controller had bad latency, but thankfully there is a simple firmware update you can get on their website. I updated the firmware just in case, but I honestly didn't notice any latency issues before the update. I was able to get "Nice Shot" in Mario Golf pretty consistently. The ZR & ZL triggers are hybrid digital/analog triggers, and I tested that in Super Mario Sunshine. You can lightly press the trigger allowing Mario to walk and spray water, or you can hold the trigger all the way down and Mario stops and sprays. I also tested to see if you can slow walk by lightly pressing the analog stick forward, and that works pretty well too. Mario does start running if you press the stick farther forward. The rumble is very powerful, it almost surprised me when I felt it the first time. Pairing is pretty simple. If you're using the Gamecube dongle, make sure to change the switch on the BACK OF THE CONTROLLER to 2.4 setting. Otherwise you'll be very confused as to why it's not pairing. Plug the dongle into the controller slot and then hold the "home" button for 5 seconds. It should pair immediately. The one thing I will say is that the controller times out from inactivity pretty quickly (like within 2 or 3 minutes). All you have to do is click the home button once and it turns on and pairs with the dongle pretty seamlessly. If latency is your top concern then you really should just be using a wired OEM controller or the Wavebird controller. But if you tend to not really notice those types of things then this will be just fine. The number one thing I want for this controller is a silicone grip cover. The material is pretty slippery and the textured material does not help. Would love for Retrofighters to make that.

The controller works and feels fantastic. From the moment I unboxed it, I could tell it was a quality product. Setting it up on the Nintendo Wii was a breeze, taking only a few minutes to get everything connected and ready to go. The controller feels solid and well-made, unlike other similar products that often feel cheap and flimsy in the hands. The buttons are responsive and provide a satisfying click with each press, enhancing the overall gaming experience. The ergonomic design fits comfortably in my hands, allowing for extended gaming sessions without any discomfort. It's clear that a lot of thought went into the design and construction of this controller. In comparison to other third-party controllers I've tried, this one stands out for its build quality and ease of use. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable and high-quality controller for their Nintendo Wii. Whether you're a casual gamer or a hardcore enthusiast, this controller is sure to meet your needs and exceed your expectations.

Pros: - Controller feels great. Would recommend for Gamecube games but not for Smash. - D-Pad feels GREAT. Probably the best thing about this controller honestly. Its not a clucky mess like the original GC Controller. - Syncing was quick and easy. - Feels great in hand. Similar to the Switch Pro controller. Cons: - I only used it less than a handful of times and the sticks are already wearing out. While as my recently bought Gamecube controller (used) is still in great condition with no noticeable wear. Not sure if they are using different materials for them but worth noting. - The B button is pretty small and is pretty close to the C Stick. If you have larger hands you may experience issues.

The quality of the controller is excellent It feels premium, and some nice weight to it Shoulder buttons are clicky when held all the way down, and it feels great to hold A worthy aftermarket GameCube controller that's well worth the price, would buy again

The controller feels good, but the plastic of the controller itself does not feel good. The plastic used feels low quality in comparison to a new Xbox controller. The plastic seems very weak and almost too smooth. The texture on the back isn’t very noticeable and is outclassed by the textured back of a new Xbox controller. The sticks and buttons feel good. The bumper triggers and back triggers feel good, but I wish the back triggers felt closer to the original GameCube controller. My only real complaint is the plastic of the controller. For an expensive controller like this, I’d expect better. If the plastic the controller is made out of wasn’t so cheap feeling and weak, I’d give this a 5 star review, but I can’t. My controller showed up with scratches and marks and I’m guessing the plastic that I’ve been mentioning is the reason for that. If they ever release a version of this with higher quality plastic and texturing, I’ll buy another.

I was looking for a wireless GC controller to work on a Wii. This one is really cool and great quality. I like that it has analog triggers with a click on full press (like the official GC controllers). It also has 2 programmable buttons and clickable joysticks. It connected very easily, and I don’t notice any lag or drop in connection. As someone else stated, the dead zones on the joysticks were super sensitive out of the box. At first, I thought the controller was just that way or messed up. Then, I read about calibration in a review, so I reached out to the support email. They got back very quickly. All of their macros, including how to calibrate, are listed on the controller’s product page on the Retro Fighters website. I updated the firmware (not sure if that was necessary for my issue) and calibrated the controller. Both were easy to do, and the controller functions as it should. It’s a great wireless GC controller!

I use this with a GC controller Adapter on PC for Dolphin Emulator. Controller is much more comfortable than the original GC controller but provides the same feel for games where the odd ABXY layout and clicky triggers matter. Triggers are much less fatiguing than original GC controllers as the trigger return springs are softer and the analog click is a bit of a hair trigger at the end of the pull. Click is less distinct, but I prefer these triggers to original. They're comfortable, and they work intuitively. The controller has hall effect sticks and great battery life so it will probably last forever. Just make sure you run it with a good Gamecube USB controller hub adapter if you want the triggers to have full Gamecube functionality. The only game this really matters for, off the top of my head, is Super Mario Sunshine.